Nail Fungus Treatment
Nail fungus is one of the most common nail diseases and starts with color change in the nail. Thickening of the nail and other findings accompany the infection progresses. Fungal infection can be seen on both fingernails and nails, and can spread to all nails. Fungal disease associated with foot skin is called “Athlete's Foot”.
What are the symptoms of nail fungus?
Fractures, deformities and dulling of the nails are among the symptoms. Separation and discoloration of the nail may occur.
Causes of nail fungus;
Fungus is an infection caused by microscopic microorganisms that do not require sunlight. Humid and warm environments, pools and showers provide the basis for fungal infection.
What are the risk factors for nail fungus formation?
Age
Excessive sweating
Working in a wet environment
Indoor footwear
Living in the same environment as someone with nail fungus
Walking around bare feet in public areas
It facilitates factors such as diabetes, circulatory disorder.
What are the hazards of nail fungus?
Advanced fungal infections can result in pain and permanent nail damage.
How to diagnose nail fungus?
Your dermatologist will determine the differential diagnosis after examination.
Many diseases, such as psoriasis, structural nail disorders, can mimic nail fungus.
Direct microscopy and fungal culture for diagnosis; If the diagnosis is suspicious, biopsy can be performed.
Which methods are used to treat nail fungus?
Oral medications, local creams and varnishes and laser nail fungus treatment methods developed in recent years are among the methods.
Oral antifungal drugs: Ingredients such as terbinafine and itracanazole are commonly used. The new nail will prolong without infection. Oral anti-fungal drugs may need to be used for 3-6 months. Liver function tests should be checked from time to time during use.
How to Prevent Nail Fungus Infection?
Nails should be kept short and dry
Sweat-absorbing socks should be worn
Breathing shoes should be preferred
Old shoes should not be used long
The skin around the nail should not be traumatized and should not be cut.
Use of nail polish and rinse should be limited.
Nail fungus
Nail fungus is one of the most common nail diseases and starts with color change in the nail. Thickening of the nail and other findings accompany the infection progresses. Fungal infection can be seen on both fingernails and nails, and can spread to all nails. Fungal disease associated with foot skin is called “Athlete's Foot”.
What are the symptoms of nail fungus?
Fractures, deformities and dulling of the nails are among the symptoms. Separation and discoloration of the nail may occur.
Causes of nail fungus;
Fungus is an infection caused by microscopic microorganisms that do not require sunlight. Humid and warm environments, pools and showers provide the basis for fungal infection.
What are the risk factors for nail fungus formation?
Age
Excessive sweating
Working in a wet environment
Indoor footwear
Living in the same environment as someone with nail fungus
Walking around bare feet in public areas
It facilitates factors such as diabetes, circulatory disorder.
What are the hazards of nail fungus?
Advanced fungal infections can result in pain and permanent nail damage.
How to diagnose nail fungus?
Your dermatologist will determine the differential diagnosis after examination.
Many diseases, such as psoriasis, structural nail disorders, can mimic nail fungus.
Direct microscopy and fungal culture for diagnosis; If the diagnosis is suspicious, biopsy can be performed.
Which methods are used to treat nail fungus?
Oral medications, local creams and varnishes and laser nail fungus treatment methods developed in recent years are among the methods.
Oral antifungal drugs: Ingredients such as terbinafine and itracanazole are commonly used. The new nail will prolong without infection. Oral anti-fungal drugs may need to be used for 3-6 months. Liver function tests should be checked from time to time during use.
How to Prevent Nail Fungus Infection?
Nails should be kept short and dry
Breathing shoes should be preferred
Old shoes should not be used long
The skin around the nail should not be traumatized and should not be cut.
Use of nail polish and rinse should be limited.
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